Jordan Visa for Central African Republic Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents
Central African Republic passport holders need a visa to enter Jordan. Apply at a Jordan embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
- Max stay
- Varies
- Visa cost
- JOD 40
- How to apply
- Embassy / visa centre
- Processing
- Up to 14 days
How Central African Republic citizens apply for a Jordan visa
- → Apply for a visa at the Jordan embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling. Apply here ↗
No advance visa with these documents
Jordan officially admits Central African Republic citizens without a pre-arranged visa when they hold certain third-country visas or residence permits.
Visa on arrival · up to 30 days
Restricted nationals (except Iran, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Afghanistan) who hold a valid EU residence permit are treated as non-restricted and may obtain visa on arrival. Conditions vary slightly per document - check each rule via the official source.
jordanembassy.org.au ↗Jordan visa cost for Central African Republic citizens
Single-entry e-visa (Ministry of Interior eservices portal)
JOD 40 (~$56)
Fees checked 2 Jul 2026
Jordan visa types
Visa on Arrival - Single Entry (1 month)
Short-term tourism and leisure visit to Jordan. Issued at ports of entry for non-restricted nationalities.
- Fee is 40 JOD (~56 USD).
- Visa is valid for 3 months (90 days) from issue, single entry, maximum stay 30 days per entry.
- Available at Queen Alia International Airport and most land/sea border crossings EXCEPT the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge.
- Requires onward/return ticket.
- Stays beyond 14 days require police registration.
- Overstay fine: 200 JOD plus 3 JOD/day.
- Confirmed by US State Dept and UK FCDO re-fetch 2026-06-29.
Visa on Arrival - Dual Entry (3 months)
Short-term tourism allowing two entries within a 3-month validity, useful for travelers combining Jordan with a visit to Israel/Palestine.
- Fee is 60 JOD (~85 USD).
- Two entries permitted within 3-month validity.
- Available at airports and major border crossings except King Hussein Bridge.
- Commonly used for Jordan–Israel combination trips.
Visa on Arrival - Multiple Entry (6 months)
Multiple-entry tourist visa valid for 6 months for frequent visitors or longer itineraries.
- Fee is 120 JOD (~169 USD).
- Multiple entries permitted within 6-month validity.
- Available at airports and major border crossings except King Hussein Bridge.
Visa on Arrival - Multiple Entry (1 year)
Multiple-entry tourist visa valid for 1 year for frequent visitors to Jordan.
- Fee is 200 JOD (~282 USD).
- Multiple entries permitted within 1-year validity.
- Available at airports and major border crossings except King Hussein Bridge.
Visa on Arrival - Multiple Entry (5 years, US citizens only)
Long-validity multiple-entry tourist visa available exclusively to US passport holders.
- Fee is 110 JOD (~155 USD).
- Only available to US citizens.
- Visa valid for 5 years with multiple entries; each stay is limited to 90 days per visit after police registration.
- Requires police registration for stays beyond 14 days.
Jordan Pass (Tourist Visa Included)
Combined tourism pass that includes the cost of the tourist entry visa plus access to over 40 major attractions including Petra, Jerash, and Wadi Rum.
- Costs 70–80 JOD (approximately 99–113 USD).
- Must be purchased online before arrival.
- Includes tourist visa fee and entry to 40+ sites.
- Valid for 3 months from date of entry.
- Minimum 3-night stay in Jordan required.
- Holders are exempt from police registration requirement if staying no longer than 30 days.
- Available to all nationalities eligible for a Jordan tourist visa.
E-Visa (Tourist)
Online pre-arrival tourist visa applied through the Jordan Ministry of Interior e-services portal.
- Available at eservices.moi.gov.jo.
- Effective from 19 March 2023, e-visa replaced embassy visa processing for most nationalities.
- NOT available for: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Nigeria, and Syria - these nationalities must apply via Jordanian embassies.
- Also not available for temporary passport or emergency travel document holders.
- Can be extended online for up to 6 months total.
Tourist Visa Extension
Extend an existing Jordan tourist visa beyond the initial stay period without leaving the country.
- Visitors can extend their Jordan visit visa online for up to 6 months total stay.
- Extension must be applied for before the original visa expires.
- Overstaying without extension incurs a 200 JOD fine plus 3 JOD per day.
Transit Visa
Short-stay visa for travelers passing through Jordan en route to another destination.
- Valid for 3 days.
- Available upon arrival.
- Transit visa holders are exempt from the residency registration requirements.
- Holders of connecting flights with short layovers may be exempt from transit visa requirements depending on nationality.
Business Visa
Short-term entry for foreign nationals visiting Jordan for commercial activities such as meetings, negotiations, conferences, or exhibitions (not paid employment).
- Distinct from the tourist visa and NOT a work visa - paid employment is prohibited.
- Applied for at a Jordanian embassy/consulate; requires a business invitation letter from the host company in Jordan plus an employer letter stating job title, purpose, and financial responsibility.
- Fees vary by nationality.
- Many nationalities can instead conduct business visits on the standard visa on arrival or e-visa; the embassy business visa is used mainly where prior approval is required.
- Standard processing 7-10 business days per the Jordanian Embassy (Washington).
Other Jordan visa categories (11)Hide other visa categories
These don't apply to a typical short visit, but cover other reasons people travel to Jordan. Eligibility varies by visa type - some are limited to specific nationalities, so check each one's conditions.
Common to several visa categories below
- Applied online via eservices.moi.gov.jo.
Hajj Visa
Special religious visa issued to Muslim pilgrims traveling through or to Jordan for the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca.
- Pilgrimage-specific visa for Muslim travelers.
- Holders of Hajj visas are exempt from residency registration requirements.
- Must be arranged through official Hajj channels.
Medical Visa
Visa for foreign nationals traveling to Jordan for medical treatment or healthcare procedures.
- Required for those traveling specifically for medical procedures.
- Must be applied for through the Embassy of Jordan or Jordanian consulate in advance.
- Jordan is a regional hub for medical tourism.
- Specific fee and duration determined by the embassy handling the application.
Work Visa
Visa permitting foreign nationals to enter Jordan for the purpose of employment.
- Must be applied for in advance through the Jordan Ministry of Interior online system or a Jordanian embassy.
- No on-arrival option available for work visa.
- Requires a job offer from a Jordanian employer and approval from the Ministry of Labour.
- Different extension procedures apply compared to tourist visas.
Student Visa
Visa for foreign nationals admitted to accredited educational institutions in Jordan.
- Must be applied for in advance through the Jordan Ministry of Interior online system or a Jordanian embassy.
- No on-arrival option available.
- Requires acceptance letter from a recognized Jordanian university or educational institution.
- Different extension procedures apply.
- Students typically must register with local police if staying longer than 14 days.
5-Year Renewable Residency Through Property Ownership
Residency permit for foreign nationals who purchase qualifying real estate in Jordan from a developer.
- Requires purchase of one property exclusively from a real estate developer valued at minimum 200,000 JOD per Department of Lands and Survey appraisal.
- Property must be retained for 5 years without sale or mortgage.
- Residency valid for 5 years, renewable.
- Covers investor and family members.
- Does NOT lead to citizenship under the July 2025 CBI reforms.
- Applications via Ministry of Investment e-Services Portal at portal.moin.gov.jo.
Annual Residency for Investors (Investment-Based)
Annual renewable residency for foreign nationals conducting qualifying economic activity in Jordan.
- Annual residency granted within 14 working days for investors in sectors covered by the Investment Environment Regulation Law, or holding senior management positions (chairman, board member, general manager, director general, or CEO) in a Jordan-based investment.
- Covers investor and family (spouse, male children under 30, unmarried daughters, parents).
- Not available for commercial sector - apply via Ministry of Interior instead.
- No minimum investment amount stated.
- Applications via Ministry of Investment e-Services portal.
Diplomatic Visa Exemption
Visa-free entry for holders of diplomatic passports of countries with applicable bilateral agreements with Jordan.
- Holders of diplomatic passports of most countries may enter Jordan without a visa for up to 90 days within any 6-month period.
- Excluded diplomatic passports: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Japan, Mexico, Nigeria, Republic of Congo, Serbia, Syria, Yemen.
- Additionally, holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports of GCC countries, ASEAN countries, and many others including Brazil, Russia, Turkey, UK, and EU member states have specific bilateral visa-free agreements for 30–90 days.
- Based on multilateral diplomatic convention and bilateral waiver agreements.
Family/Follower Residency Permit
Residence permit (Iqama) for spouses, children, and other dependents ('followers') of a Jordanian sponsor or of a foreign national legally resident in Jordan.
- Official Ministry of Interior 'Family/Follower Residency' e-service.
- Annual renewable residency.
- Spouses of Jordanian citizens follow a streamlined route and are exempt from the bank-deposit requirement imposed on other applicants; a certified recent marriage certificate is required.
- Reported renewal fee for a spouse of a Jordanian is about 30 JOD (~42 USD) plus 1 JOD postal fee.
Workless (Self-Funded) Residency with Bank Deposit
Residence permit for foreign nationals who wish to live in Jordan without working, demonstrating self-sufficiency through a required bank deposit - the route used by retirees and other financially independent residents.
- Official Ministry of Interior 'Workless Residency with Bank Deposit' e-service.
- For self-supporting foreigners not engaged in employment; requires a deposit held in a Jordanian bank.
- Jordan has no dedicated retiree/retirement visa - this self-funded residency is the mechanism retirees and financially independent applicants use.
- Annual and renewable; a 5-year version is available (see Five-Year Residence Permit).
Work Permit for Non-Jordanian Workers with Specialized Skills
Work permit for highly skilled foreign professionals with rare or in-demand expertise, issued to employers where no qualified Jordanian job seeker is available.
- Ministry of Labour category distinct from the general work visa/permit.
- Per the 2024 Principles, issued for 1 year (fee 2,150 JOD, ~3,032 USD), 6 months (1,250 JOD), or 3 months (645 JOD), plus a 50 JOD TVSDC levy and stamp duty.
- Employer applies (paper or electronic); worker must pass a medical exam.
- Holder may not transfer to professions outside the specialized-skills list.
- Sector percentage quotas do not apply to this category.
Five-Year Residence Permit
Long-term (5-year) renewable residence permit issued by the Ministry of Interior as an alternative to the annual Iqama for qualifying long-term or self-funded foreign residents.
- Official Ministry of Interior 'Annual residence for five years' e-service.
- General long-term residence route, separate from the property-investment 5-year residency: available to property owners or, for non-property owners, against a bank deposit that was reduced from 20,000 JOD to 10,000 JOD (~14,100 USD) under 2024 reforms.
- Renewable while the deposit or property condition is maintained.
Jordan visa for Central African Republic citizens - FAQ
Do Central African Republic citizens need a visa for Jordan?
Yes - Central African Republic citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Jordan embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.
What documents do Central African Republic citizens need for Jordan?
A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Jordan visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.